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Chanel 'Mademoiselle Privé' heads to Shanghai

February 4, 2019

The city of Shanghai is the next destination to host Chanel's "Mademoiselle Privé" exhibition, April 20 to June 2. Held at the West Bund Art Center, the event showcases key moments in the French fashion house's history, from Gabrielle Chanel to Karl Lagerfeld.

After showing in London in 2015, in Seoul in 2017 and in Hong Kong in 2018, the now-famous "Mademoiselle Privé" exhibition is heading to Shanghai, China, from April 20. For almost a month and a half, visitors will be able to explore the French fashion house's expertise and creative universe via a selection of exceptional items.

The exhibit focuses on three creative worlds: haute couture, showcased via several creations, the legendary Chanel N°5 fragrance, and high jewelry, with the re-edition of the only collection designed by Coco Chanel in 1932, "Bijoux de Diamants."

These different worlds will be highlighted via three key locations: 31 rue Cambon, the fashion house's historic address, 18 Place Vendôme, intrinsically liked with high jewelry, and Grasse, the town where the N°5 perfume was born.

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